Center solidifies opening plans

SANDPOINT - After months of work, the DayBreak Center - formerly Bonner Adult Day Center - has solidified its staff and plans to be in operation by mid-July.

The center, which recently changed its name to help clarify its mission, will offer therapy for those suffering from dementia as well as respite for their caretakers.

With the addition of Kelly Hurt as administrator and social worker, along with CNA Judy Totten, the DayBreak Center is ready to open its doors after completing its most successful fundraiser to date.

DayBreak hosted a benefit dance on June 6 at the Ponderay Events Center that added nearly $3,000 to the group's month's-long fundraising efforts.

“We had a good turnout at the dance and a great time was had by all,” said organizer Esther Gilchrist.

During its pilot program the center will be open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., hosting up to five patients at a time. Organizers originally planned on operating the pilot program for six months, followed by a move to a permanent location with extended services, but Gilchrist said future plans are on hold until a full advisory board can be assembled.

For more information about admission to the program, call Hurt at (208) 266-1528.

The DayBreak Center: Providing family support though dementia therapy, will be located at 502 N. Second Ave.